Most companies have warehouse management systems in place. While these solutions have historically performed well, they can struggle to keep pace with the key challenges facing today’s warehouse managers.
Early WMS systems enabled managers to manage inventory in an era when stock handling rules were simple, traceability requirements were low, stock losses were considered inevitable and wages/other costs were less onerous. Little wonder many managers complain that their WMS systems are struggling, out of date and inflexible.
Independent research shows that a small proportion of systems in place provide ‘True’ WMS functionality (Aberdeen Research).
Is your WMS holding you back? Early WMS systems managed inventory, not warehouses. They focused on record keeping, as opposed to driving efficiency.
The implementation of a full WMS will enable your business to perform at a new level – boosting accuracy levels, managing complex handling rules, delivering full traceability and cutting costs.
Joe O Shea
Principal Systems – Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) – Supply Chain Solutions
